All-rounder Gerhard Erasmus will lead Namibia’s quest for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. This marks Namibia’s fourth consecutive appearance in the tournament, where they are drawn in Group A alongside India, Pakistan, and the USA.
Erasmus will spearhead Namibia’s squad, bolstered by wicketkeeper-batter Zane Green’s experience as an opening batter. The team features a strong mix of seasoned international players, including JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, and Bernard Scholtz, who contribute proven records. Pace bowlers Ruben Trumpelmann and Ben Shikongo will add depth to the bowling attack.
“Our FNB Eagles are locked in for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, hosted in India & Sri Lanka. Wishing the team and management the best as they fly the Namibian flag on the global stage. Fans, get ready! Travel packages to support the boys will be announced soon,” Cricket Namibia shared on X.
Additionally, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, WP Myburgh, and Malan Kruger will enhance Namibia’s batting strength.
Namibia will kick off their tournament campaign on February 10 against the Netherlands at Arun Jaitley Stadium. They will return to the same venue on February 12 to face the tournament hosts, India.
Following their match against India, Namibia will travel to Chennai for a clash with the United States on February 15. Their final group-stage match will take place in Sri Lanka against Pakistan at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on February 18.
The 20-team tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka over 29 days at eight venues—five in India and three in Sri Lanka. The venues include:
– Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad)
– MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai)
– Arun Jaitley Stadium (New Delhi)
– Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai)
– Eden Gardens (Kolkata)
– R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo)
– Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground (Colombo)
– Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Kandy)
Namibia’s squad for the T20 World Cup includes:
Gerhard Erasmus (c), Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Louren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo, JC Balt, Dylan Leicher, WP Myburgh, Max Heingo.
Travelling Reserve: Alexander Volschenk.